By combining and slightly reinterpreting John Mill's concept of higher pleasures and Aristotelian arete (excellence), the sports fan can reclaim his appreciation for the game he devotes so much time to.
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By Caroline Walsh | 10:55pmFlorida guard Liv McGill (23) dribbles the ball during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Auburn, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Caroline Walsh | 10:55pmFlorida guard Lalia Reynolds (13) dribbles during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Auburn, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Caroline Walsh | 10:21pmFlorida guard Lalia Reynolds (13) shoots during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Auburn, Thursday, Feb. 5, in Gainesville, Fla.





